Depression's hidden impact on heart and brain revealed in new study

NCT ID NCT02026622

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how people with current depression, those who have recovered from depression, and healthy people react physically to emotions. Researchers measured heart rate, breathing, skin sweat, and brain blood flow during emotional tasks. The goal was to understand differences in body and brain responses, not to test a treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

major depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Hospital of Tours

    Tours, 37044, France